Odi Odi Odi Utkalantha Lyrics In English [verified]

The phrase "Odi Odi Odi Utkalantha" is a powerful line from a beloved devotional song (Keerthanai) in the South Indian Carnatic tradition, most famously associated with the 15th-century saint-composer Purandara Dasa.

Run, run, run — let joy spread far and wide,
From temple steps to every village side.
Hands held, voices raised in one refrain,
Utkala calls: unite, and sing again. odi odi odi utkalantha lyrics in english

What Does "Utkalantha" Mean?

Before diving into the lyrics, understanding the keyword is crucial. The phrase "Odi Odi Odi Utkalantha" is a

Odi odi odi utkalantha Nene vastavagane Odi odi odi utkalantha Sakhi Re (Phrase repeated) voices raised in one refrain